Every football team has faced the situation of fourth down and 1 yard to go to get a first down. The decision of going for it or punting is based on a few factors like the score, time on the clock and field position. Sometimes the outcome can determine a win or not.
How many times in our lives have we faced fourth-and-1? Sometimes we develop issues, problems or important situations, and we have to make life-changing decisions.
The choice is to either punt and take the path of least resistance or create a strategy and go for it. This outcome most likely will be life-altering.
You might be in a bad relationship, and something needs to change. It might be time to ask for a pay raise or position advancement. Maybe you’ve made too many bad decisions and need professional or spiritual help.
Years ago I was working in the biotech industry making a decent living, and another startup company made me an offer with less money, but the future potential was huge.
I had to make a decision to continue with my comfortable life or to go for it and challenge myself to become more successful. Believe me, I wanted to punt, but with only seconds left on the clock, I chose to grip the ball hard and go for the win.
Eight years have passed, and it was one of the best decisions I made in my working career.
Now, next time you’re facing fourth-and-1, go for it by putting a winning strategy together, and score in the game of life. No matter the outcome, you’ll never have to say “if only I would’ve.”
If we all learn to embrace confidence, then winning championships will become a way of life